SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21200
RBOSGB21200 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Thornton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21200 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 200 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Thornton |
| City | Thornton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RBOS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 200 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21200?
RBOSGB21200 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Thornton, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Thornton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21200?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21200 points to Thornton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use RBOSGB21200 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21200 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21200 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of RBOSGB21200 mean?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 200 identifies the department Thornton.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.